South GeorgiaSyria: Visa required
South Georgia
Syria
Do United Kingdom passport holders need a visa for Syria?
Visa required
Yes. United Kingdom passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Syria.
A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.
South Georgia does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a United Kingdom passport. See the United Kingdom passport.
Travelling the other way? Syria passport holders visiting South Georgia: Visa required.
Visa-free alternatives near Syria
United Kingdom passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:
Other visa-free destinations for United Kingdom passport holders
Frequently asked questions
Do United Kingdom passport holders need a visa for Syria?
Yes. United Kingdom passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Syria.
What currency is used in Syria?
Syrian pound (SYP).
What is the emergency number in Syria?
110 / 112 / 113.
What time zone is Syria in?
Damascus (UTC+3).
What is the nearest airport to Damascus?
Damascus International Airport (DAM), about 22 km away.
How many countries can enter Syria without a visa?
227 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Syria visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.
What nearby countries can United Kingdom passport holders visit without a visa instead of Syria?
Lebanon, Jordan, Israel, Cyprus, Egypt, Turkey.
Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.